Justice of the Supreme Court, Justice Sir Dennis Dominic Adjei has attributed much of his professional success to effective time management, urging individuals especially students, to make productive use of every moment if they hope to excel in their chosen fields.
Speaking in an interview with Serwaa Amihere on GH One Today as part of activities commemorating the 150th anniversary of Ghana’s Supreme Court, the respected jurist and author of eight books said disciplined and purposeful use of time have been central to his life and career.
“I don’t waste time. Any little time that I get, I make full use of it,” Justice Adjei said.
He illustrated his philosophy by explaining how he had planned his day around the interview. According to him, immediately after the television appearance, he was scheduled to supervise an examination. Rather than remain idle while candidates wrote their papers, he intended to continue reading and writing whilst periodically checking on the examination.
The Supreme Court Justice, who also serves as a Judge of the African Court of Human Rights and Chair of the Independent Examinations Committee of the General Legal Council, noted that he deliberately avoids activities that consume valuable hours without adding meaningful value, stressing that every assignment entrusted to him deserved diligence and excellence.
“I make sure that whatever is supposed to be done by me, must be done and done well,” he said.
Justice Adjei, however, made it clear that his commitment to the Church remains priority even within his tightly managed schedule.
Despite his demanding professional responsibilities, the distinguished jurist revealed that he still nurtures personal interests. A devout Catholic and former chorister, he said he has always loved singing but is now unable to participate regularly in choir rehearsals because of the demands of his judicial work.
He identified reading and writing as his greatest passions, describing them as lifelong habits that have sharpened his intellect and enriched his career.
“If you read, it helps you to understand things that are beyond you. And if you write, it improves upon your proficiency,” he observed.
In a lighter moment, Justice Adjei shared an unexpected hobby that delighted viewers.
“I’m interested in cartoons. Every cartoon I watch, irrespective of whether it is for children or whatever, I enjoy it,” he said.
His reflections offered a rare glimpse into the personal discipline behind one of Ghana’s most accomplished jurists, reinforcing his message that success is built not merely on talent, but also on diligence, discipline, and the consistent and intentional management of one’s time.
